Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh G700SE
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40 Features
31 Overall
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88 Imaging
35 Features
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Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 142g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2015
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT30
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
- Released October 2010
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On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic TS30 and Ricoh G700SE, both Waterproof cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the TS30 (16MP) and G700SE (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe TS30 was released 4 years later than the G700SE and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the TS30 grades against the G700SE in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS30 over the Ricoh G700SE
| TS30 | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | October 2010 | More recent by 52 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Panasonic TS30
| G700SE | TS30 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS30 and Ricoh G700SE
| TS30 | G700SE | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS30 enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") with a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the TS30 compared to the G700SE.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the TS30 and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.
Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS30 and G700SE.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS30 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent TS30 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic TS30 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Ricoh G700SE | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30 | Ricoh G700SE |
| Otherwise known as | Lumix DMC-FT30 | - |
| Category | Waterproof | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2015-01-06 | 2010-10-13 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | 6400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-5.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1500s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.3fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.40 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off | Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | - |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 142 gr (0.31 pounds) | 307 gr (0.68 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 photos | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | - | DB-60 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $180 | $0 |